Coroico Cascadas: Chasing Waterfalls in Bolivia’s Jungles
We woke up to a heavy rain, but it didn’t deter our mission to find the Coroico Cascadas. There was very little certainty on how to find the three waterfalls.…
Coroico, Bolivia: A City Guide
Coroico is a popular getaway spot for those living in La Paz. And although it is often overlooked by foreigners who mostly only end up here for a short time…
Cerro Uchumachi: Hiking High Above Coroico
There are many adventures to be had directly from Coroico, making this little town a great place to spend some time exploring the jungle. Climbing Uchumachi peak makes for a…
Uyuni City Guide: The Gateway to the Salt Flats
If you find yourself in Uyuni, chances are you’re planning on seeing the incredible salt flats that lie just beyond the town. We’re going to be honest right off the…
Salar de Uyuni: Touring Bolivia’s Deserts
Dry and desolate deserts cover the southwestern corner of Bolivia. At first glance, it may seem like a vast stretch of nothingness. But this area is home to some of…
Finding the Right Salar De Uyuni Tour
Salar de Uyuni is the world’s largest salt flat and perhaps the most popular tourist attraction in Bolivia. With vast and wild landscapes that are completely unique to the area,…
7 Things to do in La Paz, Bolivia
La Paz, the administrative capital of Bolivia, is often treated as a layover destination on the way to some of the country’s more popular spots. For us, it was a…
Our 30-day extension stamps
Extending a Bolivian Visa: What You Need and Where to Go
Getting a Bolivian visa is a hassle in itself, especially for US citizens, and the government makes you jump through a number of hoops to get it. Luckily, once you…
Samaipata Animal Refuge: A Second Chance at Zoologico el Refugio
Animal refuges have sprung up in the various jungle regions of Bolivia to help orphaned or illegally captured exotic Bolivian wildlife. During our stay in Samaipata, we headed just outside…
Cholitas Wrestling: Fierce Women Take the Ring in La Paz
Vibrant and frilly skirts, sparkling shawls, and long, dark braids whip around the stage, and cheering screams, popcorn, and water fill the air. Tourists and locals gather in the El…